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This Kickstarter page is only possible thanks to the extraordinary support and encouragement of the r/atheism folk on reddit.com. A few weeks ago I posted some pictures of my "Atheist Shoes" there and I was blown away by how many sweet and encouraging messages I received, urging me to make more shoes. Actually, it was a bit scary... but in a good way... and, 6 weeks later, I've figured out how I'll be able to make shoes for you all. This page is the first step towards realising that dream and I hope some of you will be willing to pre-order your shoes, so that I have the upfront capital I need to get busy!

Thanks guys. And I hope you will soon be able to enjoy your shoes.

Now, I realise that some of you haven't the foggiest what an Atheist shoe is. And, admittedly, an atheist shoe sounds like a peculiar idea. But we think a shoe is a lovely, understated way for atheists to out themselves and to be less shy about their godlessness. And we also think our Bauhaus-inspired, 1930s-infatuated shoes will be a welcome antidote to the samey junk pumped out by the big sneaker corporations - not only do we feel our designs are prettier, but we know that the care, craftsmanship and quality of materials going into our shoes are superior to those invested by N**e, *onver*e and Ad***s.

So how do you get your shoes? It's easy. You can buy your
shoes, here, today, by making a pledge. You'll see amongst our rewards
that you can pre-order a pair of shoes for $180, which includes shipping. And then, a month from now, you'll be able to log into our website and choose the
colour and sole you'd like us to send you. Those who pre-order their shoes on Kickstarter will be the first to get them!

In the mean time, we'll have invested your dosh in producing your shoes and we're hopeful they'll be ready to ship by May 1st, if not sooner.

We're not yet ready to show you all the available colours and soles,
but we're working on it and it would really help us if, when you make
your pledge, you could give us a hint as to which colour you'd like and which
sole. We can't guarantee your choice will be available in the
end, but if enough people want something, then we'll definitely be able
to make it!

We're really happy to have your support. And we promise we will continue to update you in the days ahead with more pictures and news as we finalise our production plans and get ready to launch our godless wares to the world.

Any questions, please write to david@atheistberlin.com.

Thanks so much!

David

PS - I know I'm wearing odd shoes in the video, but don't worry... the shoes we send you will be matching in colour!

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FAQ

Absolutely. If you pay $180 or $250 for a pair of shoes, then the cost of shipping you the shoes is covered. In fact we can ship to most places without charging you additional fees, but there are a few exceptions, like Russia and some other territories... so please do ask if you have a feeling we might not be ready to ship to where you live.

Of course. We'll try our best to make sure you get a pair that fit you perfectly.... we think we can figure it out by conversing with you and using our sizing guide. However, if they don't quite fit, you can send them back to us and, as long as they're in tiptop condition, we'll either send you a new pair or give you a refund. Unfortunately, fledgling project that we are, it will be difficult for us to refund the cost of shipping or the cost of return shipping, but we will refund $160 of the price you pay, which is about the cost of a pair of shoes without the shipping.

Who'd have thought there would be so many atheist vegans! Well, there are lots of you and for this reason I'm looking into making at least one vegan pair of shoes. Now, you all know that finding nice vegan materials is pretty difficult.... the faux leathers are particularly horrid... but I'm sure we'll find something good and, as long as I manage to sell this first batch of shoes, then I'll start work on a batch of vegans asap. Dunno how soon that will be, but hopefully before too long.

Rewards

Pledge $1 or more

Thank you for your support, kind Sir or Madam! And, for he or she who believes in nothing, we give you.... NOTHING! A big, inviting void of nothingness. Enjoy! (shipping included).

Estimated delivery:Apr 2012

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Pledge $15 or more

14 backers

We will enshrine your name, forever, in an epic song about how lovely it is to be an atheist. The song will be performed in a cabaret club in Berlin this year and a recording of the song sent to you.

Estimated delivery:Jul 2012

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Pledge $30 or more

22 backers
Limited (3 left of 25)

Congratulations, you just bought yourself a sole! No, not the type that gets you into to heaven, but a beautiful rubber one, with a message like “Ich Bin Atheist” carved into it. (Includes shipping).

Estimated delivery:May 2012

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Pledge $70 or more

7 backers
Limited (18 left of 25)

You will be sent “The Handbook of Atheism”... a beautifully bound book with an embossed front cover, but entirely empty on the inside... because there are no rules on how to be an atheist. No moles were skinned in the making of this classy little notebook. You will also receive an “ICH BIN ATHEIST” tote bag AND an atheist sole. (Includes shipping).

Estimated delivery:Apr 2012

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Pledge $180 or more

261 backers

Oh My Gollygosh, you just bought a pair of atheist shoes! This reward is a 100% prepayment for a pair of shoes, which you can redeem on our website one month from now. It's at that point that you will be able to choose the size and colour of your shoes - the smallest size will be European 36, the largest European 47. We hope we'll be ready to deliver by May 1st, if not by Easter!

Estimated delivery:May 2012

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Pledge $250 or more

40 backers
Limited (60 left of 100)

Not only will you get a pair of atheist shoes, but we will ensure that yours are amongst the very first ones dispatched AND, for good measure, we will include a Handbook of Atheism and a Tote bag in your package. This reward is a 100% pre-payment for a pair of shoes and can later be redeemed on our website, at which point size and colour can be chosen, min Eur 36, max 47. (Includes shipping).

Estimated delivery:Apr 2012

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Pledge $5,000 or more

0 backers
Limited (3 left of 3)

You can have 5 pairs of atheist shoes in any material and colour combination you can dream up (well, ok, we're not going to make you shoes out of platinum or diamond, but you get the idea). AND we will name a shoe after you and sell it on our website.

Estimated delivery:Jun 2012

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Pledge $10,000

0 backers
Limited (1 left of 1)

We will fly you to Berlin where we will measure your foot and make you a pair of customised atheist shoes! We promise they will be the best-fitting shoes you have ever owned AND we will show you all the best sights of Berlin AND drink some gorgeous tipples AND offer you a debaptism party, with a hairdryer and some local guy pretending to be an atheist priest or something.